Salmon - A Real SuperFood!

Salmon - a great source of healthy fat!

Salmon is an excellent source of the good fat - omega-3 fat. Salmon is also a great low calorie source of protein. Most fish contain this type of essential fatty acid - omega-3 fats. Wild-caught cold water salmon, are higher in omega-3 fatty acids than warm water fish. Eating wild caught salmon helps reduce your risk of inflammation and helps maintain your immune and circulatory systems. Salmon is not only an excellent source of protein, it also packs a powerful punch of B vitamins.

Omega-3 fats are found in cold water fish and some nuts, like walnuts and flaxseeds. Omega-3 fats help prevent blood clots inside our arteries. These clots are the cause of most heart attacks and strokes. These heart healthy omega-3 fats improve the ratio of good cholesterol to bad. Cholesterol can wreak havoc on your circulation. Cold water salmon also offers up a good supply of selenium and other healthy minerals. ( Avoid farm-raised fish - as they usually contain potentially dangerous PCBs and other unhealthy chemicals. )

Salmon is a true superfood. The health benefits of adding some wild-caught, cold water salmon to your diet are awesome. Scientific studies around the world suggest salmon can help lower your risk of heart disease and stroke. The omega-3 fats in salmon are also said to improve your brain's health!

Salmon is abundant in the Autumn and early Winter months. If you buy it fresh - you want to keep it cold. Store it on ice in your refrigerator. Or keep it in the freezer.

We suggest baking or broiling salmon. If you do fry it - use a little extra virgin olive oil. Enjoy some cold-water, wild caught fish a few times a week!

Try this inexpensive and nutritious recipe for salmon patties and rice:

Here is all you need:

1 can (15 1/2 ounce) drained salmon ( boneless, wild-caught )
1 cup whole-grain, crushed cereal or crackers
2 large eggs - lightly beaten
1/2 cup 1% milk
1 teaspoon black pepper ( or more if you like )
2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 cups brown or wild rice - cooked

This meal is so easy to prepare:

Preheat frying pan with a little extra virgin olive oil. ( Prevents sticking and makes cleanup a snap! )

Use a fork or clean fingers to flake salmon until very fine.

Crumble cereal or crackers into crumbs.

Add cereal or cracker crumbs, eggs, milk, and pepper to salmon.

Mix thoroughly.

Shape into 9 patties.

Brown both sides over medium heat until patty is thoroughly cooked.

Serve over cooked brown or wild rice. Add some of your favorite steamed vegetables to round out this delicious meal!

Make eating healthy foods a habit! Enjoy a wide variety of natural foods - including plenty of fruits and vegetables. Enjoy some cold-water fish a few times each week! Eating healthy fats can actually help you lose weight!

If weight loss is one of your goals this year - eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Get plenty of exercise and you're on your way to natural, healthy weight loss! The quickest way to lose weight is eating healthy foods and getting some exercise every day!

Enjoy salmon and other heart-healthy superfoods as part of your healthy lifestyle. Once you get started you'll never want to stop! Dieting is Easier When You Love the Food. Delicious meals shipped to your door. It's a proven strategy that works!